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Decorating Dreams LLC
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Interior DecoratorDesigner - Interior Lighting PlanDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Absolutely awesome work done on time and below budget! Thank you Midge for a job well done!!!!!!"
Family Room
Interior Design & Decorating Project
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Living Room
Dining Room

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IF architecture
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Interior Decorator

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"She was wonderful to work with from start to finish. She truly helped bring my restaurant to life through her thoughtful designs and creative recommendations. Her turnaround time was fast, and she made a genuine effort to incorporate all of my ideas into the final result. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and collaborative designer/architect."
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Imranyi Design Studio
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Designer - Kitchen

Serving Paterson, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are super helpful and had my best interest in mind at all times. They have a great eye to make things come together just right on interior design. They are very easy to work with and I would highly recommend them."
Loft Apartment
Morris Plains Renovation
Manhattan Apartment
Arverne Retail & Transit Plaza
Loft Apartment

+25

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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

Most interior designers have at least a four-year degree, if not an advanced degree in interior design. Additionally, many states require interior designers to be licensed. If your state does not require licensing, interior designers can take a licensing exam with the National Council of Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). Overall, licensing requirements vary from state to state, but most licenses require certain education levels and experience to qualify. To check the qualifications of your interior designer, use Angi’s state licensing tool.

Balancing aesthetics with functionality amidst space planning is important. To do so, you could consider consulting both an interior designer and an architect to fulfill both these needs. Or you can tackle it on your own by prioritizing personal touches amidst space planning that add to the look but don't take away from the livability of the space.

Decorators often prefer artificial Christmas trees. They’re easier to handle and shape, and decorators don’t have to worry about bugs or allergies. It’s also an ideal choice because artificial trees keep up appearances without owners needing to schedule watering. 

However, always confirm that decorators are ready to unbox and set up the artificial tree. If they don’t include tree set-up in their services, you may need to hire a general handyperson for that task.

While the terms 'interior designer' and 'interior decorator' are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct professions with some overlapping work. The primary difference lies in the scope of their projects.

An interior decorator focuses on the aesthetics of a space, making less permanent decisions about decor. Their work involves selecting colors, fabrics, furniture, wall art, paint, and other finishes to 'dress' a room and enhance its style.

An interior designer has a broader scope that includes a decorator's aesthetic focus but also extends to the structural and functional aspects of a space. Designers are qualified to plan layouts, make structural changes, and manage overall functionality. They handle permanent decisions regarding fixtures like cabinets and bathtubs, establish floor plans, and may hire contractors.

Due to the technical skills required, interior designers typically have formal education, certification, and may hold a license, which can result in higher fees. As a general rule, it is best to hire an interior designer for major remodeling projects and an interior decorator for projects focused on establishing or refreshing a home's interior style.

It’s unlikely. Not many baseboard heaters come with designs that offer the option to switch to a new kind of cover, but you can certainly ask the manufacturer for more information. Keep in mind, a cover with the same dimensions as your old cover isn’t guaranteed to fit because clasps, screws, and brackets may be in different places. The only way to be sure is to find an alternate cover that’s made to work with your specific model.

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